A new tool to fight the Varroa mite
The product is exclusively being sold through Mannlake. Here are a few bullet points about the product.
- Norroa™ targets a specific protein in varroa mites that ultimately stops their reproduction.
- No negative impact on colony health or brood production were observed in field trials.
- Norroa™ contains no harsh acids.
- One treatment provides up to 18 weeks of varroa mite control.
- The pouch application is quick and easy – no measuring or mixing needed.
Application:
Apply two pouches per brood box: Two deep brood boxes require 4 pouches.
2 dose pack treats one brood box
12 dose pack treats 6 brood boxes (6 single deep boxes or 3 double deep hive configurations)
Note: Not recommended for use with Honey Supers on. The reason is simple. We want the bees to feed the Norroa to the brood not store in the super. Pachl will explain more and if its harmful to us humans and other critters in the Texas A&M video below.
Direct your questions to Mannlake
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The following are a few YouTube video about the Norroa treatment and use.
Texas A&M Extension Garrett Slater's interview with Adam Pachl
*After short intro advance to 7:55 to start presentation.
MannLake presentation on how to use Norroa with Adam Pachl.
Mannlake presentation with Frank Licata and Adam Pachl about the "How it works".
*Mannlake has a list of states that EPA has approved Norroa for use. See list